Crump v. Bromley

BURDICK, Justice.

Appellants Doug and Amy Crump (the Crumps) appeal from the district court’s decision affirming the magistrate court’s award of attorney fees and costs to Ted Bromley (Bromley), d/b/a Rhino Lining, as the prevailing party. The Crumps argue that both courts erred in determining prevailing party status. We affirm.

I. FACTUAL AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

The Crumps retained the services of Bromley on August 5, 2005, for the purpose of installing a protective lining on their drift boat. The Cramps allege that the boat was damaged while in Bromley’s possession, requiring repairs and…